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Balcony House

4 stars
8.9
Very good
based on 1821 reviews
1,821 reviews
27 College Road, Galway, Galway, Ireland
27 College Road, Galway, Galway
+353 9156 3438
Mon 19/10
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Tue 20/10
2 guests, 1 room
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Overview

Located under a 20-minute walk from Galway Railway Station, Balcony House Galway provides guests with a convenient base while visiting Galway. It offers complimentary Wi-Fi, a swimming pool and outdoor tennis courts.

The guest house treats guests to a wake-up service, a dry cleaning service and luggage storage. In sunny weather, an outdoor terrace offers an ideal place to relax.

Balcony House Galway provides traditional rooms equipped with a hair dryer, plus all the necessities to ensure a comfortable stay.

The guest house is an ideal place to explore nearby Galway Bay and National University of Ireland Galway. It is also within walking distance of Eyre Square.

8.9
Very good
1821 reviews

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Amenities at Balcony House

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Tennis
  • Designated smoking area
  • Storage available

Reviews of Balcony House

8.9
Very good
1821 verified ratings
Wonderful
1213
Very good
363
Good
138
Okay
48
Fair
32
Mediocre
15
Poor
12

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests overwhelmingly praised the hotel for its delicious breakfast, warm and attentive service, and convenient location within walking distance to the city center. Many highlighted the friendliness of the host, Teresa, and the cozy, welcoming atmosphere. However, several guests noted that some rooms were quite small and a few mentioned issues with cleanliness, such as outdated linens or quick cleaning. Overall, the positive experiences with breakfast, service, and location stood out most.
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Service10 out of 10
Breakfast10 out of 10
Location9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness5 out of 10
Room Size3 out of 10
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Anonymous, Sept 2025
The place was great. The owner was very sweet and attentive, the place was clean, well maintained, and charming. The location was great as it was an easy walk to Eyre Square and various sites and shop...
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Wonderful
Anonymous, Nov 2017
Pros (+) Friendliness of owner

Location

27 College Road, Galway, Galway

What's nearby

  • Galway Greyhound Stadium124 yd
  • Galway City Center0.4 mi
  • Eyre Square0.5 mi
  • Taibhdhearc na Gaillimhe0.7 mi
  • St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church0.7 mi
  • Druid Theatre0.7 mi
  • Galway Cathedral0.8 mi
  • Galway City Museum0.8 mi
  • Spanish Arch0.8 mi
  • Eamon Deacy Park0.8 mi
  • University of Galway0.9 mi
  • University Hospital Galway1.1 mi

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Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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April
September
£146
£187
Cheapest month to stay with an average 24% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 14% rise in price.
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What is the cheapest day to book Balcony House?

The cheapest day to book Balcony House is Sunday, with an average nightly rate of £124. The most expensive day is Friday at £204 per night.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Balcony House

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Balcony House, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in April and August.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Balcony House, plan to stay on a Sunday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Balcony House was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £176, while the most expensive was £176.
  • How long should you stay at Balcony House? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Balcony House

  • Where is Balcony House located?

    Balcony House is located at 27 College Road, Galway, 0.6 miles from the centre of Galway. Galway Greyhound Stadium is the closest landmark to Balcony House.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Balcony House?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Balcony House.

  • Does Balcony House offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Balcony House offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Balcony House from the airport?

    Balcony House is 4.4 miles from Galway. Balcony House is 40.3 miles from Shannon.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Balcony House hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Balcony House in Galway and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Balcony House and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Balcony House.

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Distance to city centre

10.0
0.6 mi

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